Tesla Model S: Airbags
- Location of Airbags
- Types of Airbags
- Controlling the Passenger Front Airbag
- Ensuring Accurate Occupant Classification
- Examples of Correct and Incorrect Seating Positions
- Airbag Warning Indicator
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Location of Airbags
Airbags are located in the approximate areas shown below. Airbag warning
information is printed on the sun visors.
Model S is equipped with an airbag and lap/shoulder belt at both front seating
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Types of Airbags
Model S has the following types of airbags:
Front airbags: The front airbags are designed to
reduce injuries if larger children or adults are riding in
the front seats. Follow all warnings
Controlling the Passenger Front Airbag
Model S has an occupancy sensor in the front passenger seat that controls the
status of the front airbag.
NOTE: The occupancy classification system (OCS) meets the regulatory
requirement of FMVSS 20
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Assembly - Cover - Footwell - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Fully open the driver's door.
Move the driver's seat rearward for access.
Remove the LH center console closeout extension (refer to
procedure)
Remove the screws (x2) that secure the footwell closing trim to
the dash (torque 2 Nm).
Actuator - Front Passenger's Temperature (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove glove box assembly (refer to procedure)
Disconnect duct temperature sensor harness connector.
Remove screw securing duct to HVAC assembly, release from spigot
and position duct aside (torque 1 Nm).
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